Collection Highlights
Our Indian Policy
Date:
1875
Object Number:
PR.029.1
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Luce Center
Blade sharpening strap
Object Number:
INV.7742
Date:
1870-1920
Medium:
Leather, textile, metal, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 15 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 1/2 in. ( 39.7 x 6.7 x 1.3 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on one end of leather strap: "50" inside a wreath
Description:
Razor-strop consisting of a leather strap stitched at either end to a textile strap backing; with two black painted metal handles, one with a small ring that swivels.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
